DevOps Engineer in Cardiff

About The Company

Companies House is the United Kingdom's registrar of companies and is an executive agency of the UK Government. Our mission is to ensure that the company registration process is efficient, transparent, and accessible, supporting economic growth and corporate accountability. At Companies House, we are committed to delivering high‑quality digital services that serve millions of users across the UK, including businesses, professionals, and the general public. We operate in a dynamic environment that embraces innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to meet the evolving needs of our stakeholders.

About The Role

Join Companies House at a pivotal time as we undertake a significant digital transformation to enhance our services. As a Junior DevOps/WebOps Engineer within our Digital and Technology directorate, you will be instrumental in supporting the delivery of secure, resilient, and high‑performing IT services that underpin the UK company register. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your technical skills in a supportive environment, contribute to WebOps practices, and ensure service reliability through monitoring, incident management, and problem‑solving. You will work closely with a diverse team of software engineers, analysts, and product teams in an agile setting, supporting both internal and customer‑facing services. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of our digital offerings, ensuring they remain available, secure, and continually improving to meet legislative and organisational priorities.

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates with a strong desire to learn and grow within the DevOps/WebOps domain. Essential qualifications include familiarity with cloud‑based Unix/Linux environments, basic SQL querying skills, and exposure to automation and monitoring tools. Experience or knowledge of cloud infrastructure such as AWS or similar platforms, scripting languages like Shell, Python, or Java, and an understanding of DevOps principles are highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate good communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and an interest in system performance, security, and availability. A background in supporting live systems, incident response, and data management will be advantageous. We welcome applications from those with relevant technical experience, even if they are still developing their skills, provided they show enthusiasm and a proactive approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting maintenance, upgrades, and continuous service improvements to ensure systems remain reliable and perform effectively.
• Assisting in aligning services with evolving organisational and legislative priorities, including changes introduced through the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.
• Supporting live services through proactive monitoring and incident resolution to maintain high availability and performance standards.
• Contributing to system upgrades, automation activities, and enhancements as your technical skills develop.
• Supporting reporting and data management activities to inform service performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Assisting with incident management through ServiceNow, contributing to issue resolution and root cause analysis.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to support digital service development, transformation initiatives, and process improvements.
• Learning from experienced engineers and supporting team development and wellbeing initiatives.
• Participating in an on‑call rota (where required) to support critical services, with appropriate training and support provided.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive salary of £35,952, Companies House offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth. The Civil Service contributes approximately 28.97% towards your pension scheme, providing financial security for the future. Our benefits include flexible working arrangements from day one, including hybrid working, flexitime, and no core hours, enabling a healthy work‑life balance. You will enjoy 30 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an additional privilege day, along with generous family leave and sickness provisions. We invest in your future through funded training, professional qualifications, and clear career progression pathways. Our modern, welcoming workplace in Cardiff features collaboration spaces, on‑site amenities, and free parking. We also prioritise wellbeing with occupational health support, mental health initiatives, and social activities that foster an inclusive and supportive culture. Additional perks include lifestyle discounts, gym memberships, childcare support, and opportunities for volunteering and social engagement.

Equal Opportunity

Companies House is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including under‑represented groups and Welsh speakers. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the application and interview stages. We are proud to be a disability‑confident leader and actively encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. For any adjustments or support needed, please contact us via email. We believe that diverse teams bring innovative ideas and perspectives, and we are dedicated to fostering a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve.